Common name: Emerine Leopard Gecko
Scientific name: Eublepharis macularius
Origin of species: Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Iran (arid, rocky habitats)
Size: 7–10 inches (adult)
Weight: 45–70 g (females smaller, males heavier)
Lifespan: 15–20 years with proper care
Emerine = Emerald + Tangerine.
A selectively bred morph known for its greenish body coloration (emerald hues) mixed with tangerine orange tones, especially in the body and tail.
Pattern can vary: spots, stripes, or cleaner look depending on breeding lines.
Some have Carrot-tail influence (solid orange at base of tail).
Highly sought-after because of its unique green-orange combination, rare in reptiles.
Personality: Calm, curious, and generally docile like most leopard geckos
Handling: Easy to tame with regular gentle handling
Behavior: Terrestrial, crepuscular (most active at dawn/dusk), enjoys exploring hides and burrows
Enclosure: 20-gallon long tank minimum for one adult (larger for breeding groups)
Substrate: Paper towel, tile, reptile carpet, or bioactive soil mix (avoid loose sand with young geckos)
Temperature:
Warm side: 88–92°F (belly heat essential)
Cool side: 75–80°F
Night: ~70–75°F
Humidity: Low (30–40%), but a humid hide with damp moss or vermiculite is essential for shedding
Lighting: UVB optional but beneficial; heat mat preferred for belly warmth
Type: Insectivore
Staple foods: Crickets, dubia roaches, black soldier fly larvae
Occasional treats: Hornworms, silkworms, mealworms, waxworms (fatty, so in moderation)
Supplements:
Calcium with D3 (every feeding for juveniles, every other for adults)
Multivitamins (weekly)
Feeding schedule:
Juveniles: daily
Adults: every 2–3 days
